Whale Watching

Photo: Forillon National Park of Canada ©Marc Loiselle

Whether you opt for a whale-watching cruise in the comfort of a 500-passenger boat or an adventure in a reliable Zodiac or sea kayak, you are guaranteed an exciting sea experience in Québec maritime. Come and observe up to 13 species of whales in the St. Lawrence, including friendly belugas and blue whales, the largest animals to have ever lived on earth. In some places you can even watch them from the shore. Experienced guides will introduce you to these impressive marine mammals.

Whale Watching Packages

Great Adventure in the Whale Kingdom

Hôtel Tadoussac

Starting from $199.50

per person based on double occupancy, taxes not included Valid from May 10, 2013 to October 10, 2013

Natakam and Meshtemek (whales)

Natakam (vacation condos by the sea)

Starting from $142.00

per person based on double occupancy, taxes and gratuities not included Valid from June 14, 2013 to September 15, 2013

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Whale Watching Road Trip Ideas

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The National Park Tour

Go on a National Park Tour to see the best of what Québec maritime has to offer. Our ten national parks present ten different ways to experience the nature, culture and history of our regions.

Testimonials about Whale Watching

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MotoVirée

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Bas-Saint-Laurent: A Mecca for Sea Kayakers

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Highlights

Fjord en Kayak
Paddle on the Saguenay Fjord with Fjord en Kayak! Two-hour excursions for families with children aged 3-13 or 3-hour and 1-day excursions for adults. Also available: 2 to 5-day expeditions with gourmet meals in Saguenay Fjord National Park.
Forillon National Park
Take part in a sea excursion by Zodiac and observe the marine mammals of the St. Lawrence with Croisières Baie de Gaspé. If you pay close attention, you might catch sight of a marine mammal from the shore.
Fjord-du-Saguenay National Park
Observe St. Lawrence belugas in Sainte-Marguerite Bay all summer long. Walk to the lookout to see if you can spot the whales!

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